Cosmopolitan
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The Cosmopolitan is a popular pink-hued cocktail, typically made with vodka, triple sec, cranberry juice, and fresh lime juice, served in a chilled martini glass. Originating in the United States, it gained widespread fame in the 1990s as a symbol of sophisticated urban nightlife.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
As a cocktail, it is primarily a source of simple carbohydrates from sugars in the juices and liqueur, with negligible protein or fat. A standard serving contains roughly 150-200 calories, almost entirely from alcohol and added sugars.
💡 What's interesting
The Cosmopolitan is culturally iconic for its role in popular TV shows like 'Sex and the City,' which helped cement its status as a signature 'girly drink' and a staple of cocktail culture. Nutritionally, its vibrant color comes from cranberry juice, which provides antioxidants, though the health benefits are minimal in a mixed drink.